Huayu: Starting with living with a girl from Taiwan

Chapter 103 New Album, Ready to Debut!

Once this idea pops into your head, it grows wildly like weeds.

Even if it really is a scam, what could you possibly lose by making a phone call?

Anyway, the hotel will pay the phone bill if you get scammed!

But what if... what if?

Jing Tian took a deep breath, as if she had made a tremendous decision.

She picked up the hotel landline, her fingers trembling slightly, but she still dialed the phone number left in the message, one digit at a time.

"Beep, beep, beep—"

The call connected, and a crisp female voice came from the other end: "Hello, this is Lin Youhui. Who is this?"

Long after the call ended, Jing Tian remained gripping the receiver, sitting blankly on the edge of the hotel bed, her mind a complete blank.

That random passerby was really Lin Mo, Brother Mo? But it's not her fault!

Who wouldn't be confused in this situation?

Are there real idols lurking in idol fan groups?

Even a brainless novel wouldn't dare write something like this!

Shock, bewilderment, disbelief—a mix of emotions surged within her young heart.

After a long while, she gradually recovered from the malfunction and refocused her gaze on the gray QQ avatar that was no longer flashing.

An overwhelming sense of excitement and exhilaration welled up inside me, belatedly!

My heart is pounding like a deer's!

She! Jing Tian! An "ordinary" art student!

I actually received an audition invitation for the female lead in a movie from my idol, Lin Mo!

She jumped out of bed and typed a reply.

However, I waited for several hours.

The gray avatar stopped moving.

The excitement was gradually replaced by the anxiety of waiting, but more than that, there was a sense of unreal fantasy.

That night, Jing Tian couldn't sleep at all.

She tossed and turned in bed, thinking about many things.

Of course, the most fortunate thing is that I didn't think it was absurd and directly delete the friend.

However, this "passerby" did not log on again until the next day.

"Go to sleep! Catch up on some sleep!"

Jing Tian told herself, forcing herself to close her eyes, "Tomorrow—I need to pull myself together and go to the audition for 'You Are the Apple of My Eye'!"

Similar to Jing Tian's excitement and insomnia.

Young Ah Xiao was also somewhat troubled at this moment.

His three challenge matches made him an instant sensation and quickly garnered him popularity.

But it also made him truly experience the inconveniences that come with "fame" for the first time.

His parents, on the other hand, were quite calm and told him not to be too proud.

But the relatives who rarely visited the family suddenly became very enthusiastic and frequently came to visit.

They keep calling you a "big star," making you feel like they're about to ask you for money any second.

Even more outrageous, after recording the show yesterday, it was his grandfather's birthday, and a distant cousin actually suggested that he sing to entertain the guests.

This left him speechless with embarrassment.

Xiao Jingteng was somewhat anxious.

Today he received a call from Lin Mo asking him to come to Comic Company.

He had no idea what was going to happen next.

He simply followed Lin Mo's advice and signed up for "Super Star Avenue".

Then he played ball and practiced singing with Lin Mo. He sang three songs in the challenge match and then became famous.

It feels like everything revolves around Brother Mo.

Hsiao Ching-teng arrived at the conference room first, and soon after, his agent, Lin Yu-hui, also arrived and nodded gently to him.

A while later, Lin Mo finally arrived, carrying a laptop.

Then, Lin Mo's first sentence completely stumped Xiao Jingteng.

"Jackson Yee, are you ready to officially debut as a singer?"

The sudden words startled Xiao Jingteng.

"Debuting as a singer?"

These words carried great weight for him.

Just a few months ago, he was just an unknown resident singer in a folk song restaurant, singing until his legs were numb.

Debut? He had never even considered it.

However, looking at Lin Mo, who had a calm expression, a strange sense of courage and trust welled up within her.

This is in Lin Mo's studio!

It was Brother Mo who brought him here, giving him a stage and opportunities!

This is an almost blind trust and worship of Lin Mo.

Instantly, Xiao Jingteng straightened his back, unusually without any hesitation or shyness, and shouted in his loudest voice, with a touch of youthful exuberance, "I'm ready!"

"very good."

Lin Mo smiled, seemingly satisfied with his reaction.

He walked to the conference table, put down his laptop, and said as he turned it on, "Then I'll have to work hard for you for the next month."

Xiao Jingteng was a little confused, not quite understanding what he meant by hardship.

Is this for a promotional event?

Then Lin Mo beckoned to him: "What are you standing there for? Come here."

Xiao Jingteng leaned closer and saw Lin Mo open a folder named after himself.

It contains ten songs, including "Onion".

Xiao Jingteng's eyes widened, his breathing became rapid, and he opened his mouth but couldn't utter a single word.

"Uh...ah...this."

"Are these all songs for me?"

Lin Mo nodded.

Seeing this, Lin Youhui looked curious and went over to take a look, then she too was stunned.

She knew that the young boss was incredibly talented, and she also knew that he planned to create an album for Hsiao Ching-teng.

But she thought that at most there would be two or three main singles, and the rest could be gradually released through her connection with Comic.

Who would have thought that Lin Mo would produce ten works right away!

Let's put aside the quality for now.

This efficiency, this reserve capacity... it's simply unbelievable!

Moreover, considering Lin Mo's previous works, the quality must be quite good!

That's even more terrifying!

"Sister Youhui, I'm counting on you and Ateng for the rest of the time," Lin Mo said to the two of them.

The following afternoon.

Comic Productions.

Unlike his previous audition for the film "Kung Fu Dunk," where he was an interviewee, Lin Mo's role this time was different.

And today, his identity is... interviewer Lin Mo!

In the office, Lin Mo was chatting with Chai Zhiping about the progress of the film's pre-production. Chai Zhiping was very satisfied with the complete script and soundtrack that Lin Mo had provided.

"Regarding the cast, besides you and Jia Jingwen being cast, Zeng Peici will also be playing the female lead's best friend. We have preliminary choices for the other important supporting roles, such as Ke Jingteng's close friends. Once the female lead is cast, we can finalize the casting together."

Chai Zhiping flipped through the list in her hand and said.

As they were talking, the office door was gently pushed open, and a figure walked in.

"Sister Chai."

Lin Mo looked over upon hearing the sound, slightly surprised.

The person who came was Zheng Fenfen, the director of "Sleeping Youth," whom I had just met the day before yesterday.

"Fenfen's here," Chai Zhiping replied with a smile. "Perfect timing, Lin Mo's here too."

Zheng Fenfen was wearing denim overalls today, with a smile on her face. She greeted Chai Zhiping first, and then turned to Lin Mo: "Lin Mo, am I right? We meet again."

Chai Zhiping raised an eyebrow slightly: "You two know each other?"

"It's more than just knowing you, Sister Chai," Zheng Fenfen chimed in, her tone relaxed. "Lin Mo is going to sing the theme song for my directorial debut."

Upon hearing this, Chai Zhiping wore a strange smile.

This is another one of Lin Mo's own skills.

The entertainment industry isn't that big; top talents and reliable partners tend to come together eventually.

"Since you know each other, let me formally introduce myself."

Chai Zhiping said seriously, "Director Zheng Fenfen, I specially invited her to direct the movie 'You Are the Apple of My Eye'."

"I admire Fenfen's storytelling ability and cinematic aesthetics in film and television. She also has a unique understanding of youth themes, and I believe she can grasp the quality of this film."

Lin Mo didn't have any objections.

This is indeed a good choice.

Zheng Fenfen's later works proved her ability to handle youthful emotions and light comedy elements.

He stood up and extended his hand, saying, "Director Zheng, I'm really looking forward to this collaboration."

Zheng Fenfen smiled and shook his hand, her eyes serious: "I'm looking forward to it too."

"I only knew you were musically talented the day before yesterday, but I didn't expect you to be such a good screenwriter. The script adaptation is really good."

After exchanging pleasantries, Chai Zhiping glanced at the time: "The audition starts in ten minutes, we should head over."

The audition process took longer than expected.

The number of applicants far exceeded expectations, reaching fifty or sixty people.

At first, Lin Mo looked at it carefully, but gradually he inevitably became a little tired of it.

However, he did see quite a few familiar faces among them who would likely become active on screen in the future:

Guo Caijie with her unique temperament, Chen Yanxi with her sweet smile, Guo Biting with her flowing long hair, and Chen Yihan with her lively and adorable personality...

Chai Zhiping and Zheng Fenfen, as the main decision-makers, observed the situation more carefully, exchanging whispered conversations from time to time.

Time passed by, and the event was drawing to a close.

Chai Zhiping rubbed her temples and looked at Zheng Fenfen: "Director Zheng, after watching this far, do you have a preferred candidate?"

Zheng Fenfen, who was taking notes, put down her pen and pondered, "Chen Yanxi is good. Her smile is very approachable, and she has a girl-next-door feel. She should be popular with the audience. Didn't she also act in 'Why Why Love,' which you directed, Sister Chai?"

Chai Zhiping nodded: "Chen Yanxi does have a very clean and pure temperament, but I think Guo Biting is also quite good."

"She has an outstanding appearance, her long hair gives her a goddess-like feel, and she is the female lead in your 'Sleeping Youth,' so she is easy for you to use."

Zheng Fenfen did not deny it: "Bi Ting's image does fit the typical campus heroine character, however..."

She paused, "Her character in 'Sleeping Youth' might create a biased impression on some viewers."

Both of them have someone they like, but neither seems to have the feeling that "it has to be her" and they are still weighing their options.

After all, the character "Shen Jiayi" is not just about being pretty and innocent.

It also needs a kind of "white moonlight" quality that can evoke collective memories of the audience.

"Are there any more people auditioning?" Chai Zhiping asked her assistant.

Assistant: "Mr. Chai, all the people who originally signed up have already auditioned, but yesterday Sister Youhui submitted a girl's application."

"Oh." Chai Zhiping glanced at Lin Mo, unconcerned. "Let him in."

Lin Mo raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, only then realizing that it must be Da Tian Tian who had arrived.

As her assistant went out to fetch someone, Chai Zhiping whispered to Lin Mo, "Did you arrange this?"

Lin Mo shrugged: "I've seen the photos and I think they're alright. Of course, the final decision rests with you and Director Zheng, Sister Chai. I respect your opinions."

Shortly after, the door to the audition room was pushed open again.

A girl walked in.

Almost the instant she stepped into the room, Chai Zhiping and Zheng Fenfen's eyes, which had been slightly tired, lit up at the same time.

The girl wore a simple white dress, her long, black hair flowing smoothly over her shoulders, and her face was adorned with very light makeup. Her skin was fair and radiant.

Her features are extremely well-proportioned, with delicate eyebrows and eyes, a straight nose, and beautiful lips, which together give her a grand yet refined appearance.

A sense of innocence and purity, untouched by the world, washes over you.

What's even more remarkable is her demeanor: her back is straight, her neck is long, and her steps as she walks in are naturally elegant.

She was like a ripe peach still covered in morning dew, full, fresh, and radiant with youthful energy.

Jing Tian tried her best to remain calm as she walked in.

But when she saw the familiar face she had only seen on TV and the internet sitting to the right of the judges' panel, her heart started pounding uncontrollably.

Finally... I met Brother Mo!

He just sat there, looking at himself calmly!

Thinking of Lin Mo's domineering remarks on stage and his various god-like performances.

Jing Tian's heart skipped a beat for no apparent reason.

Fortunately, her experience with art exams allowed her to take a few deep breaths to calm herself down. She then walked to the designated spot in the center of the room, placed her hands together in front of her, and bowed slightly to the judges: "Hello, teachers. My name is Jing Tian, I'm from Xi'an, Shaanxi, and I'm eighteen years old."